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Guardians’ Pitchers Gear Up for High-Stakes May Trial
US District Court judge sets May trial date for two Cleveland Guardians' pitchers Both pitchers charged for their alleged involvement in a gambling scheme Prosecutor says talks are taking place, but no discussion about a plea deal Two MLB pitchers accused of manipulating pitches...
IBIA and PFA Canada Unite to Crush Soccer Match-Fixing
IBIA and PFA Canada team up to educate soccer players on match fixing Integrity training program reached nearly 200 players and staff across all eight clubs in 2025 With pro sports, sports betting and match fixing very much in the news of...
Bills Surge Up NFL Power Rankings After Epic Week 13 Win
The Buffalo Bills ran for 249 yards in a romp over the Pittsburgh Steelers Rough day for bettors with several big upsets on Thanksgiving Day Patriots' QB Maye looks to polish MVP odds against lowly Giants on MNF Those watching the Buffalo Bills (8-4)...
Ad Ban or Bust for Canadian Senators, CGA President Says
CGA President and CEO responds to push from Canadian Senators to ban sports betting advertising New bill calling for national framework on advertising closer to becoming law CGA contends protection oversight and controls already are in place, shown in provinces like Ontario According to Canadian...
Is Pimblett a Viable Contender for the UFC 324 Title Shot?
UFC CEO Dana White announces title bout between Pimblett and Gaethje for UFC 324 in January Current lightweight champ Topuria announced he is stepping away from UFC for first quarter of 2026 UFC 324 winner would conceivably fight Topuria when he returns Much of...
NorthStar Points to Product Diversification for Q3 Revenue Growth
Q3 revenue at $6.9 million represents 4% year-over-year increase Company launches new content site aimed at better targeting a wider audience with Alberta launch on the horizon Phase 1 of new casino lobby went live in Q3, prioritizing top performing titles NorthStar Gaming Holdings Inc....
British Columbia Man Arrested As Police Seize $17k In Illegal Gambling House
B.C. man charged with money laundering after lengthy police investigation Luxury cars and $17k in cash seized 14 individuals charged in 2024 B.C. police they have arrested a man after discovering an alleged illegal gambling house in the Saanich area on Vancouver...
Evoke Says Thousands of Job Cuts Coming After UK Gambling Tax Hikes
New UK budget confirms tax hikes on online casino and sports betting Evoke and Entain warn of profit hit and layoffs Tax increases start in April 2026 Shares of Evoke, the UK-based betting firm, owner of William Hill and 888, tumbled today after the company...
Powerball Jackpot Eclipses $700 Million Barrier
Powerball Jackpot for Saturday's draw third largest for 2025 Winner has option of annualized payments or one time lump sum payment State taxes may also come into play The Powerball Jackpot has once again hit astronomical heights, passing the $700 million barrier, after no tickets...
Sports Bettors Back Lions in Thanksgiving Clash
Bettors favouring the home team Lions over the Packers in first of three Thanksgiving NFL games Bettors like the Chiefs on the ML against the Cowboys Burrow returns from injury to lead Bengals into Baltimore It’s turkey drumsticks and NFL all day long in the U.S.,...